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7 Night Idyllic Rhone

From Marseille to Lyon

Scenic Sapphire

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13974630
  • Departs: Thu, Jul 16, 2026
  • Returns: Thu, Jul 23, 2026
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    Riverview $5,795
    Suite $7,245
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Jul 16, 2026
    Day
    1
    Marseille, France
    • Marseille, France
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 1 - Thursday - Jul 16, 2026
    Day
    1
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Arles, France
    Upon arrival in Marseille, transfer to the former Roman town of Arles, where you'll board your Scenic Space-Ship. Relax in your luxurious suite or take a beverage to the Sun Deck and admire the magnificent views across the city of Arles. Be sure to download the Scenic Tailormade app to listen to river commentary and gain insight to the villages and sites you're passing. Please book your flight to arrive into Marseille prior to 12 PM. ...
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    Friday - Jul 17, 2026
    Day
    2
    Arles, France
    • Arles, France
    • Avignon, France
    Wake this morning in the city of Arles. Founded by Julius Caesar, this coastal city is rich in Roman history and is thought to have the largest number of Roman ruins after the Eternal City itself. It was also home to Vincent van Gogh in 1888, who drew inspiration from the landscape for a multitude of his paintings and drawings. ...
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    Saturday - Jul 18, 2026
    Day
    3
    Avignon, France
    • Avignon, France
    Known as the City of the Popes, Avignon is rich in history and astounding medieval architecture but has a youthful energy to it with a buzzing arts scene. The former 14th-century papal capital is circled by city walls, home to the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes (Papal Palace), one of the largest surviving Gothic palaces in Europe, and the remaining four arches of the famous Pont d'Avignon bridge, which was once the only way to cross the Rhone between Lyon and the Mediterranean Sea. This afternoon is at your leisure to further explore Avignon at your own pace. If you're feeling energetic, wander up Le Rocher des Doms some 30 meters above the Rhone, which provides excellent views over the city and river, as well as a pretty English-style garden with shady trees, fountains, and ponds. ...
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    Sunday - Jul 19, 2026
    Day
    4
    Viviers, France
    • Viviers, France
    • Vienne, France
    This morning, you will arrive in Viviers, often described as an open-air museum for its rich medieval heritage and architecture.
    Monday - Jul 20, 2026
    Day
    5
    • Vienne, France
    Cruising along the Rhone River, your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in Vienne. Boasting a 2,000-year history, this city is blanketed with Roman history, including a terraced amphitheater, first-century temple, ancient baths, and the Vienne Pyramid, which was the site of the Roman circus where chariot races would have been held. ...
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    Tuesday - Jul 21, 2026
    Day
    6
    • Macon, France
    You'll wake this morning in the town of Macon, which will be your base for exploring the surrounding south Burgundy region. Macon sits right on the edge of the river, with pretty pastel-hued buildings, ancient churches, and picturesque quays. It is close to the Burgundy wine region, one of the most famous in France, producing exceptional Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, and sparkling. ...
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    Wednesday - Jul 22, 2026
    Day
    7
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    You will arrive in spectacular Lyon this morning, France's third-largest city and one of its most culturally vibrant, with a blend of fascinating history and a sophisticated dining and shopping scene. Sitting at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, the city was founded by the Romans in 43 BC. Since the mid-1500s it has been a financial and industrial powerhouse and today is recognized as France's culinary capital. The city is home to more than 4,000 restaurants, including 20 that hold Michelin stars - eating well is a way of life here. This evening, enjoy the extraordinary all-inclusive dining experiences onboard your Scenic Space-Ship. Enjoy culinary creations inspired by this wonderful region. ...
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    Thursday - Jul 23, 2026
    Day
    8
    Lyon, France
    • Lyon, France
    Depart after a wonderful farewell breakfast. From here, you will be transferred to the Lyon Airport for your onward journey, taking away a lifetime of wonderful memories with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water.


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